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Christian Nationalism and the January 6th Attack
This chapter discusses the role of Christian nationalism in the insurrection that took place on January 6th. The speaker emphasizes that Christian nationalism provided a moral and mental permission structure for Americans to attack their own government. The chapter also explores the association between Christian nationalism and neo-Confederate beliefs, highlighting the presence of Christian flags and prayers during the attack. The speaker argues that understanding and confronting the danger of Christian nationalism is crucial to preventing a similar incident in the future.